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The Center for English Language Learning at San Antonio College

CELL@ SAC

You should take classes in the CELL @ SAC program ...

Because you will be creating new opportunities

Because you will be investing in your future

Because you will be opening new doors

What is the Center for English Language Learning at San Antonio College?

The Center for English Language Learning at San Antonio College (CELL @ SAC) provides an opportunity for international students, immigrants, professionals, and other English Language Learners (ELLs) to study in a dynamic learning community and acquire or improve essential English skills. CELL @ SAC offers English language credit (ESLA and ENGA) and noncredit (ESL) classes to help students learn to read, write, speak, and understand American English for social, professional, and academic purposes.

Why should I take ESL classes at CELL @ SAC?

A college degree

More pay

Better job opportunities

Job promotions

New skills

Improvement in day-to-day communication

Completion certificate for English Proficiency

Did you know?? The amount you earn is directly related to your level of education. The difference between a high-school diploma and an Associate’s Degree can be as much as $8,000 per year or more.

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What can I take?

Two Types of Courses: Credit and Non-Credit

English as Second Language for Academics (ESLA--credit)

English as a Second Language (ESL--non-credit; continuing education-CE) [New: ESL literacy class!]

English for Academic Purposes (ENGA--credit)

ESLA and ESL: Intensive courses (Levels 1-4): Speaking and Listening; Writing; Grammar; and Reading and Vocabulary Purpose: Prepare students for advanced courses (ENGA) or to improve communication skills in English for professional careers

ENGA:Intensive courses: Grammar & Composition; and Reading & Vocabulary Purpose: Prepare students for college or university classes Requirements:(1) official high school transcripts; (2) completion of ESLA or ESL level 4 or ENGA course placement testing; (3) *College readiness (TSI) exam

Students can register for credit
(academic) ESLA or ENGA when they have an F-1 visa; are permanent residents
and receive financial aidStudents register for non-credit ESL
classes when they are non-U.S citizens; have to pay out-of-state tuition;have an F-2or a visa such as J-1, or J-2

CELL offers complete service for new and returning ESL Students. The Getting Started process includes information about classes, filling out an application, taking a placement test, registering for courses, and advising for other student questions and concerns. The Center for English Language Learning is located in Oppenheimer Academic Center OC #119 to register for ESLA, ENGA, & ESL classes. International Students Office is located on the second floor in OC #220.

Vision, Mission, and Goals

Vision: The vision of San Antonio College is to be recognized nationally for
student success and best practices. As
part of that vision, CELL @ SAC’s
visionis to provide a
vibrantlearningenvironment for English language learners (ELLs) toprepare for success in their academic and/or career choices.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Center for English Language
Learning at San Antonio College (CELL @ SAC) is
to provide an opportunity for international students, immigrants, professionals
and other ELLs to study in a dynamic learning community toacquire essential Englishlanguage and cultural adaptation skillsnecessaryto meet
academic, professional, and personal goals.

CELL @ SAC Goals:

To provide high-quality, comprehensive instruction for ELLs.

To prepare ELLs to transition to and be successful in college-level classes.

To develop the communication skills of ELLs to work in a diverse global society.